Classic Meatloaf Mashed Potatoes (Printable)

A comforting dish featuring juicy meatloaf paired with creamy, buttery mashed potatoes for any night.

# What you'll need:

→ Meatloaf

01 - 1.5 lbs ground beef (80/20 blend)
02 - 0.5 lbs ground pork
03 - 1 cup breadcrumbs
04 - 1 medium onion, finely chopped
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 2 large eggs
07 - 0.5 cup whole milk
08 - 0.33 cup ketchup
09 - 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
10 - 2 tsp Dijon mustard
11 - 1.5 tsp salt
12 - 1 tsp black pepper
13 - 1 tsp dried thyme

→ Glaze

14 - 0.5 cup ketchup
15 - 2 tbsp brown sugar
16 - 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
17 - 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar

→ Mashed Potatoes

18 - 2.5 lbs russet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
19 - 0.5 cup whole milk, warmed
20 - 0.25 cup unsalted butter
21 - 0.5 cup sour cream
22 - 1.5 tsp salt
23 - 0.5 tsp black pepper

# Method:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease a loaf pan.
02 - In a large bowl, gently mix ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, eggs, milk, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, and thyme until just combined.
03 - Form mixture into a loaf on prepared baking sheet or press into loaf pan.
04 - In a small bowl, combine ketchup, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and apple cider vinegar. Spread half the glaze over the meatloaf.
05 - Bake meatloaf for 40 minutes at 350°F.
06 - Remove meatloaf, spread remaining glaze evenly on top, then bake an additional 20 to 25 minutes until internal temperature reaches 160°F.
07 - Place potatoes in a pot with cold water and 1 tsp salt. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer until tender, about 18 to 20 minutes.
08 - Drain potatoes well. Return to pot and add warm milk, butter, sour cream, salt, and pepper. Mash until smooth and creamy.
09 - Let meatloaf rest 10 minutes before slicing. Serve alongside mashed potatoes.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Hearty main dish that pleases all ages
  • Creamy mashed potatoes complement juicy meatloaf
02 -
  • Leftovers taste even better the next day and make great sandwiches
  • Ground turkey or chicken may be substituted for a lighter version
03 -
  • For extra flavor, mix chopped fresh parsley into mashed potatoes before serving
  • Letting the meatloaf rest before slicing keeps it juicy and easier to serve
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